Under normal negative feedback conditions, what would happen to the levels of GnRH, LH, FSH, and the rate of gamete development in a woman who was taking estrogen pills to regulate her menstrual cycle, control acne, or avoid becoming pregnant? Why? The Impact of Estrogen on Female Reproductive Hormones and Gamete Development

The Impact of Estrogen on Female Reproductive Hormones and Gamete Development

Estrogen is a critical hormone for the female reproductive system, playing a role in regulating the menstrual cycle and controlling acne. It also has an important function in pregnancy prevention. When administered in the form of pills, estrogen can have an effect on the production of hormones in the body, such as GnRH, LH, and FSH, as well as the rate of gamete development. The primary role of estrogen is to stimulate the release of GnRH, a hormone secreted by the hypothalamus which triggers the production of LH and FSH (Tripathi, 2019). LH and FSH are released by the pituitary gland and act on the ovaries, stimulating the production of estradiol and progesterone (Kumar et al., 2018). These hormones are responsible for the development of gametes, and for the maturation and release of the egg (Fernandez-Sanchez et al., 2016). When a woman begins taking estrogen pills, the levels of GnRH, LH, and FSH in her body will increase, resulting in a higher rate of gamete development (Kumar et al., 2018). This increase in gamete production can lead to a more regular menstrual cycle and, in some cases, the prevention of pregnancy (Fernandez-Sanchez et al., 2016). Cont….